I noticed it's also guys who are easy targets:beginners, guys who can't skate, etc.. If somebody looks like they'll punch you in the face if you chirp at them I guarantee they wear what they want and nobody says a peep to them. And to be fair if you're new to the sport how do you know all these unwritten rules about hockey style?

Very true about the "unwritten rules"... I'm not new to the sport as I had played years ago but since I got back into it alot has changed.. I have all basic black equipment except for unadorned jerseys/socks combos of different teams, no full kits of anyone. I can't believe that is considered uncool now! Oh well, I like my stuff! lol!